Certified Medical Assistant Jobs

About The Position

Requirements

• Active Medical Assistant certification from one of the listed nationally recognized organizations: NHA, NAHP, AAMA, AMT, NCPE, ARMA, NPS, or NCCT.
• High school diploma.
• Completion of a certifiable Medical Assistant course or other approved training.
• Obtain and maintain Basic Cardiac Life Support certification.
• Multitasking and organizational skills.
• Phone and customer service skills.
• Ability to assist with patient movement, move small equipment and medical supplies, and handle biohazardous substances.
• Ability to travel to other offices if required.
• Pre-employment drug screen and background check required.

Responsibilities

• Organize and prioritize daily workflow to maintain efficient patient flow.
• Interact professionally and courteously with physicians, receptionists, and ancillary services.
• Prepare and instruct patients for examinations and perform procedures, including electrocardiograms, blood pressure measurements, throat cultures, immunizations, dressing changes, suture removal, Holter analysis, spirometry, and other CLIA-waived laboratory tests.
• Document procedures in the electronic medical record, record the reason for visit and pertinent medical history, and maintain confidentiality.
• Coordinate care with outside consultants for additional patient care.
• Ensure coding is completed for services provided.
• Facilitate prior authorizations and referrals for outside consultants or pharmacy requests.
• Assist healthcare providers with exams and procedures by anticipating necessary equipment and instruments.
• Maintain clean, organized work areas and neat exam rooms; change table paper and remove soiled linen after examinations.
• Order supplies and medications or vaccines as needed.
• Screen and return provider phone calls under the provider's direction and supervision, as needed.
• Obtain and maintain Basic Cardiac Life Support certification.
• Provide backup to Medical Assistants in Adult Medicine, Family Practice, Pediatrics, and Reception as needed.
• Assist with service-area procedures when necessary.
• Use working knowledge of Indexing Client and GE Centricity.
• Perform other duties as assigned.
• Work effectively as a team player.
• Maintain OSHA regulations and the specified dress code, assist with patient movement, move equipment and supplies, travel to other offices if required, handle biohazardous substances, and help keep the facility free of hazards.

Benefits

• $500 sign-on bonus upon completion of the probationary period for new hires.
• $500 completion bonus after one full year of service.
• Paid time off (PTO).
• Medical insurance.
• Dental insurance.
• Vision insurance.
• Life and AD&D policies.
• Long-term disability coverage.
• 401(k) plan.
• Cooperative, team-oriented work environment.